by chirolondon | Jul 3, 2018 | The Spinal Column, Uncategorised
The short answer is yes. Let me explain why… Looking from the side, your spine should have 3 curves. A curve in the neck, mid back and lower back. The curves in your neck and lower back curve inwards and are called lordotic curves. Your mid back curves outward and is...
by chirolondon | Feb 9, 2018 | Back & Neck Pain Relief, Uncategorised, Wellness & Healthy Living
We were designed to move… which is increasingly problematic in our modern lives where we can sit down for upwards of 8-10 hours every day. Movement keeps joints and muscles healthy, and it makes sense that movement and exercise would have a beneficial effect on back...
by chirolondon | Oct 19, 2017 | Chiropractic Care & Treatments, Chiropractic Myths & Facts, Uncategorised, Wellness & Healthy Living
1. Lateral ankle ligaments The most commonly injured ligaments in the human body are the lateral ligaments of the ankles. In fact, ankle sprains account for 3-5% of A & E visits in the UK which equates to +- 5600 incidences each day. The movement involved is...
by chirolondon | Mar 24, 2017 | Chiropractic Care & Treatments, Chiropractic Myths & Facts, Sports Injury & Recovery, Uncategorised
Learn about the 3 most common running injuries and how shockwave therapy can help you recover faster. Stay injury-free and improve your running performance. 1. Achilles tendinopathy This is a condition that causes pain, stiffness and swelling of the Achilles tendon...
by chirolondon | Jan 23, 2017 | Back & Neck Pain Relief, Chiropractic Myths & Facts, Uncategorised
Sitting We live in a time where we sit for anywhere between 8-10 hours/day. Humans weren’t designed for sitting and the effect that it has on the 3 natural curves of the spine is significant. These 3 curves act as shock absorbers and natural springs for the spine....